Polynesian Culture and Big Waves

We went to the Polynesian Cultural Center today.  Took in a number of shows from many of the different cultures there.  Each was very well done and engaged the audience.  A bit theme-parkish, but overall worthwhile.  And we saw the IMAX-style movie about Hawaii which was good too.

Then we drove past the World Surfing Championship at Sunset Beach.  Huge traffic jam.  We went to the next beach (Waimea Beach) where we hung out for a bit and caught some big waves (see video too).

And a video (click on picture)